Level: beginnerStyle: cubanRole: bothType: foundation
Also known as: Casino Side Basic
Summary
Practice a compact side-to-side basic in a comfortable casino closed hold.
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Description
Practice a compact side-to-side basic in a comfortable casino closed hold.
Use On1 timing: six regular weight changes on 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 unless an explicitly counted spin recovery, syncopation or held accent is described. Rotation without a step does not add a weight transfer.
This page uses On1 counts; a son contratiempo basic has different timing. This catalogue uses the title for the particular practice version described here; naming and sequences vary between schools.
Instructions
Lead
1
Beat 1: Step left to your left with weight.
2
Beat 2: Replace weight onto right.
3
Beat 3: Close left underneath you with weight.
5
Beat 4: Pause without an extra step; allow rotation to settle.
6
Beat 5: Step right to your right with weight.
7
Beat 6: Replace weight onto left.
8
Beat 7: Close right underneath you with weight.
9
Beat 8: Pause without an extra step; keep your balance for the next 1.
Follow
1
Beat 1: Step right to your right with weight.
2
Beat 2: Replace weight onto left.
3
Beat 3: Close right underneath you with weight.
5
Beat 4: Pause without an extra step; allow rotation to settle.
6
Beat 5: Step left to your left with weight.
7
Beat 6: Replace weight onto right.
8
Beat 7: Close left underneath you with weight.
9
Beat 8: Pause without an extra step; keep your balance for the next 1.
Lead Direction
Move the frame laterally with your body and keep both partners facing.
Tips
This page uses On1 counts; a son contratiempo basic has different timing.
Practice slowly with small steps and keep your own supporting balance.
Common Mistakes
Holding fingers tightly so the connection cannot swivel or release.
Continuing a turn after losing the shared rhythm or your own balance.
